Gay and Lesbian Theatre Summary
Gay and Lesbian individuals were frequently looked down upon and were called expressive names such as deviant, flamboyant, or curable hypersensitive. Off-Broadway in the 1950's and the Sexual Revolution in the 1960's allowed homosexual playwriters to express themselves and address their personal problems. There was widespread criticism pertaining the gay theatre. Other writers feared that homosexual writers and producers were controlled by "perverts". Black theatre also mocked homosexual playwriters and became hostile towards them. By the late 1970's, they were able to present gay characters as normal features. Gay producing companies were dedicated to promoting plays that illustrated the typical experience of homosexuals for gay audiences. Feminist theatre also contributed to the movement with lesbian ensembles. Despite the opposition of this movement, voices diversified and more unlikely homosexuals stepped outside the shadows to express their thoughts and daily experiences with the world.
Gay and Lesbian individuals were frequently looked down upon and were called expressive names such as deviant, flamboyant, or curable hypersensitive. Off-Broadway in the 1950's and the Sexual Revolution in the 1960's allowed homosexual playwriters to express themselves and address their personal problems. There was widespread criticism pertaining the gay theatre. Other writers feared that homosexual writers and producers were controlled by "perverts". Black theatre also mocked homosexual playwriters and became hostile towards them. By the late 1970's, they were able to present gay characters as normal features. Gay producing companies were dedicated to promoting plays that illustrated the typical experience of homosexuals for gay audiences. Feminist theatre also contributed to the movement with lesbian ensembles. Despite the opposition of this movement, voices diversified and more unlikely homosexuals stepped outside the shadows to express their thoughts and daily experiences with the world.